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How long does it take for sepsis to set into your bloodstream?
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?: Once the infection reaches the bloodstream, it becomes sepsis.
Answered 9/11/2020
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Depends: Depending on your immune response and how virulent the infection is, may be a matter of hours to several days.
Answered 4/7/2021
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